Motorola Moto G Play (2021) vs Motorola Moto G55
The Motorola Moto G Play (2021) (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 460, while the Motorola Moto G55 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G55 leads — 34/100 vs 10/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Moto G55 has NFC for contactless payments, the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) doesn't; the Motorola Moto G55 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 204g).
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
Motorola Moto G55
- Overall rating 10/100
- Faster charging: 30W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 204g
- Better camera (31/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) vs the Motorola Moto G55, the Motorola Moto G55 scores 24 points higher (34/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 and the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Moto G Play (2021) | Motorola Moto G55 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 | |
| AnTuTu | 251428 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 272 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 992 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 14 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 166.6×76.0×9.4 mm | 161.6×73.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 179 g | |
| Price | — | $261 |
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Motorola Moto G55
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Moto G55
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Moto G55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) (31/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G55 and the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) (76/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) or the Motorola Moto G55?
The Motorola Moto G55 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) by 24 points (34/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) and the Motorola Moto G55?
The Motorola Moto G Play (2021) has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Motorola Moto G55 — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) or the Motorola Moto G55?
The Motorola Moto G55 leads on camera score (31/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Play (2021) over the Motorola Moto G55?
The Motorola Moto G Play (2021) is a better fit for everyday use. The Motorola Moto G55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.